Do not hope, Nickety. Go to her journal or write an e-mail to her and PLEAD. Otherwise she will not realize how much her site means to us even without a few of the former installments.

Nicketynick

1/30/07 at 02:15 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Pudd-

Well damn. I love that site, it makes

me giggle everytime I visit. I was hoping

she would get the chance to have some

wicked fun with Nobel Son. Let's hope she

dosen't go anywhere.

Puddingdale

1/30/07 at 11:11 AM

Comments:

Make that senT, not senD

Puddingdale

1/30/07 at 11:10 AM

Comments:

Yes, Nicketynick. I send her an e-mail and she says it is all about Getty sueing people using their pictures. So, of course she does not want to take chances.

Quite worrying is the fact that she does not seem so sure she wants to reopen the site when she cannot make fun of everything she wants to. So get ready for some renewed begging, gals!

Nicketynick

1/30/07 at 09:54 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hey kids-

Anyone else tried visiting

RedTango's gallery recently?

Looks like something was changed over

there.

Pam

1/29/07 at 11:48 PM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:CatsPlay, thats really odd isnt it? someone using that same ID the day you posted it on your LJ? Maybe Claudia can tell by some of the posters here (in case it was someone that used to visist) and pinpoint it that way? I feel so computer stupid and wouldnt even know how to go aboutanything like that if there is a way! I love the name by the way and also CatsPlay. I am currently reading a mystery series called The Cat who series that is excellent about a couple of Siamese Cats Koko and Yum Yum and their owner (Jim Qwuilleran) in pursuit of the murderer..I also for the first time finally watched Hitchiker and LOVED it-cant wait to watch it with my husband as we both love that kind of comedy. I also like the Galaxy quest parody on those conventions etc. I thought Hitchikers to a certain degree was a little like Monty python-crazy humor and a lot of fun.Anyway, off to browse and to bed. Good luck CatsPlay on determining who the other poster is. Culd be a fluke but seems rather strange to me too.

CatsPlay

1/29/07 at 10:43 PM

Comments:

On January 24 at my LiveJournal I posted that I had created the username 'Cat Lumet' within the software application called Second Life. I find it very hard to fathom that another individual would come up with that same username independently.

Can you please clarify for me why you began posting here with that username on the same day that I mentioned it on my LiveJournal?

It certainly is not a name that two people would come up with coincidentally.

I just wanted to let everyone know that the post from Cat Lumet from January 24 was NOT posted by me.

bluebeatbabe

1/29/07 at 07:52 AM

What is your location? sheffield

Comments:Hi Cat,
Sorry, I can't remember where I saw this...so much info on Alan...I don't think I read it on Ian Mckellan's site though... think it might have been on a programme I watched some time ago... but it is possible you could be right... or it was reported elsewhere...
Anyway, we all agree that Mr. Rickman is indeed Sexy!

Alfan

1/28/07 at 12:16 PM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:

Wow!! Claudia, Marlene, Sue, Carolyn, Nicketynick, Pudd, Peek, Mrs Slope, Cats, Pam, Hikity, Lex and Vicki ( forgive me if i forgot anyone). Thank you guys for your best wishes, thoughts and prayers. I and Keith appreciate it. I have never lost anyone so close to me but the support is overwhelming, right from the food, drinks, flowers, to the inspirational words by both family and friends and you all.. Again, thank you all.

Mrs Slope

1/28/07 at 08:27 AM

What is your location? Plumstead

Comments:

So sorry to hear about your loss, Alfan! My thoughts are with you and your family

CatsPlay

1/28/07 at 08:24 AM

Comments:

Alfan, sorry I am late, but I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts at this difficult time.

Peekabooh

1/27/07 at 04:09 PM

Comments:Alfan, I´m so sorry to hear about your and Keith´s loss. My condolences to the both of you.

Nicketynick

1/26/07 at 02:41 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hi Ya Dumpy-

Just hangin' around. Getting ready

to move. Same old stuff. Waiting for Snowcake.

Trying to find some trouble to get into.

Pam

1/26/07 at 08:26 AM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:I can see I wasnt awake when I replied to Dumpy..sorry about that-it should have read I have the site bookmarked and perhaps they were doing maintenance on it when you tried to get in?

Brrr-----its is COLD-1Degree F below--should onjly reach around 12 degrees F. today!!! At least tomorrow will be warmer around 30-should feel like summer--LOL

Keep warm everyone and have a nice day...I better proof my posts before hitting the send button in the future-HA HA

Pam

1/26/07 at 06:48 AM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:Dumpy,I have the bookmarked and it brought me there. Maybe there were doing maintenance when you tried to get on? I wasnt on last night.

Alfan-my condolences to your families during this hard pressed time. It must be hard going through something like this. Be strong-we all love you and pray for you guys.love ya-Pam

Dumpy

1/25/07 at 11:10 PM

Comments:

Nicketynick, long time no see.

Pam how did you get on AR GB, I got "page no longer exists"!

Marlene

1/25/07 at 05:31 PM

What is your location? Campbell -- NE Ohio

Comments:

Alfan my deepest condolences to you, Keith and your families.

It's been said that somewhere a journey begins at the end of the worldy existence we know... somewhere a path stretches over the stars and rivers of memories flow... somewhere a silence is heard far away and the brightness of day fills the night where the trials of life are resolved into peace when a soul finds its way to the light. May it comfort you to know that your Dad is at Peace.

Vicki

1/25/07 at 12:26 PM

What is your location? Los Angeles

Comments:

Alfan - my deepest condolences to you, Keith, and all of his family. What a difficult decision. *Hugs* to all of you.

Puddingdale

1/25/07 at 12:19 PM

Comments:

My thoughts and prayers are with you and Keith Alfan. May your wedding be lovely still!

Nicketynick

1/25/07 at 06:02 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Alfan-

So sorry kiddo. That's terrible.

Hope you get to visit us once

in a while. Thoughts and Prayers.

Your wedding will be beautiful!!

Carolyn

1/25/07 at 04:12 AM

What is your location? New York

Comments:

Alfan, I can't even begin to imagine what all of you are going thru right now! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time!

sue

1/25/07 at 02:52 AM

Comments:

Oh Alfan, I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you and Keith at this terrible time.

Alfan

1/25/07 at 01:11 AM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:

I might not be around for a while because bad news on the homefront here for me. Keith's ( my fiance ) dad fell today and hit his head on the cement and never regained conciousness, we pulled the plug tonight after 6 hours. You know it was just like in the movies, very surreal. But the wedding is still on, it will be sad that he isnt there though. But i might have the chance to pop in once in a while to check out new postings.

Cat Lumet

1/24/07 at 12:39 PM

Comments:

I'd be curious Bluebeat to know where you read or heard that statement from Ian McKellan. I think you are remembering it wrong. This is what Ian McKellan actually wrote, in its entirety, in his online diary from his official site:

ALAN RICKMAN

From: Rebecca

Q: Your and Alan Rickman's performance in Rasputin were brilliant. As I am studying Russia and the fall of the last Tsar and the involvement of Rasputin for my G.C.S.E in History I found it incredibly useful for revision. So thanks for helping me! Also I was wondering, is Alan Rickman as sexy in real life as he is on screen?

A: Much of Rasputin was filmed close to the locations of the actual events so I'm not surprised that the film proved relevant to your studies. Also, yes.

bluebeatbabe

1/24/07 at 10:03 AM

What is your location? sheffield

Comments:Hi,
I probably would n't subscribe to discussions on Alan's sexuality...that is his affair...but felt I had to mention that I am sure Ian Mckellan said some time ago that Alan was definitely not gay! and along the lines of ....'If only he was!' and saying something like'What a beautiful man'.
The man's got taste.
Personally, I think Alan has quite an eye for the ladies...very charismatic....either that, or he's a BLOODY GOOD ACTOR! which, of course, he is !

Nicketynick

1/23/07 at 09:22 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Boy, I wish we had snow here in the N.Ga mountains.

I haven't got my sled out of storage yet!

It's actually been quite a warm January. I was wearing

shorts the other day. Very strange.

Pam- I highly recommed the Hitchhiker's Guide!

Just watch it from start to finish. It's wonderful!

Don't know anything about the DVD, but fill me in if

it has anything noteworthy!

Pam

1/23/07 at 08:48 AM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:Carolyn, thsnks so much for explaining to Hikity what the temperature meant in celesius.It is much warmer today around here but we had a light dusting of snow overnight. It was actually kind of pretty as we havent had too much this year, I like snow but hate drivintg in it. Just enough to make it look nice.I havent had a chance to watch the Hitchhikers guide to the galaxy yet, but will let you know what I think this week when I do. Supposedly there are a bunch of extras on the DVD. Anything I should view first for those of you that have seen it already???Many thanks and have a good day everyone-off to work..

Hikity

1/23/07 at 04:10 AM

Comments:

Well, Carolyn, don't forget cap and muffler when you go out of the house...

Pudd, no and no and no, I even refuse to look at Hello magazine, I'm soooo fed up from last year

Carolyn

1/22/07 at 04:42 PM

What is your location? New York

Comments:

Hikity, it's about -6 C.

Hikity

1/22/07 at 04:00 AM

Comments:

Morning everybody - still tired from Saturday I hit the sack at 4:30 in the morning.

Pam, does that mean 20 degrees minus or plus (I know only Celsius). Some are still waiting for the winter here - I don't, I wouldn't mind having no winter at all

A wonderful week to everybody

Pam

1/21/07 at 04:21 PM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:Hi guys,hope everyone is cozy and warm in their homes. It almost got to 20 degrees today! Brrr--cant complain though.we took our 2 mile walk anyway. I then took my son out to use up our gift cvertificates. GUess what I found??? The DVD of Hitchhikers Guide to the galazy!!! The last copy there so I got it..I have never seen it, hut had read the book, so cant wait..should be a fun movie..have a good one all-off to make a spaghetti supper tonight with meatballs/sausage..

Puddingdale

1/21/07 at 08:01 AM

Comments:

Cute smilies we are, Nahima!

And what a good feeling for me to be always right

Pam

1/20/07 at 11:36 PM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:Hi Nicketynick,sure I'll join you for a pint. I just finished watching the funny comedy shw on PBS The Red Green Show! What a riot. Reds nephew Harold is amusing and that spetic system guys that comes on is deadpan funny as ever..see you all later-off to browse and then bed..toodles

Lynda

1/20/07 at 10:39 PM

What is your location? North Carolina USA

Comments:

Hello

My feelings on the is Alan "gay" rumor. I personally do not believe Alan is gay. Nothing about him signals my gaydar. Anyway he can star in any fantasy I have the imagination for.

Nicketynick

1/20/07 at 08:04 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hello Campers-

I smell a pint nearby.

Who's up for it?

Nahima

1/20/07 at 01:00 PM

Comments:If you say so, Pudd! Mrs Slope:

Have a lovely weekend, girls!

Carolyn

1/20/07 at 08:18 AM

What is your location? New York

Comments:

Mrs. Slope said:

"After recent experiences I strongly support as many man as possible as soon as possible becoming gay! And not only gay - please get as gay as ever possible. I want you all to be SUPERGAY! Yes! Even you, Uncle Alan! Be gay and enjoy it! All men in the world are herewith asked to turn gay gay gay and never to think about women ever again. What a wonderful step to free womankind of pain and torture triggered by thoughtless, narcissistic and egomanic man. Hooray!! Flock together and be gay and then there may be peace and happyness in the world. Every gay man is a new friend! In fact I would love Alan Rickman even more if he was gay!"

ROTFLMAO! That was great!

Puddingdale

1/20/07 at 06:50 AM

Comments:

Wow! Clear proof it is not sexual attraction for everyone, Nahima!

Mrs Slope

1/20/07 at 06:39 AM

What is your location? Plumstead

Comments:

After recent experiences I strongly support as many man as possible as soon as possible becoming gay! And not only gay - please get as gay as ever possible. I want you all to be SUPERGAY! Yes! Even you, Uncle Alan! Be gay and enjoy it! All men in the world are herewith asked to turn gay gay gay and never to think about women ever again. What a wonderful step to free womankind of pain and torture triggered by thoughtless, narcissistic and egomanic man. Hooray!! Flock together and be gay and then there may be peace and happyness in the world. Every gay man is a new friend! In fact I would love Alan Rickman even more if he was gay!!

Nahima

1/19/07 at 08:00 PM

Comments:Hey, most of those are music stars, that's cheating! Music and its idols are a whole different world beyond this one. Look at Michael Jackson.

Anyway, it is okay to disagree, guys. After all, when human nature is concerned nothing can be stated as final or conclusive. But it is interesting to comment and share opinions, that's always a good thing to do.

Btw, did I mention what I believe to be the main reason of joining the fandom of a certain actor?? Did I say it?

Sexual attraction!!

Yes, behave you pert girl!

(I love this Snape emotie)

Nicketynick

1/19/07 at 07:49 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hey E.F.-

Cheers to Stephen Fry!

I could squeeze him all day!

He's so adorable. From what I hear,

although he does consider himself gay,

he dosen't date, have a partner etc.

He remains celibate. Now that's terrible!

SOMEBODY should be enjoying him! *snort*

It's such a shame.

E.F.

1/19/07 at 06:47 PM

Comments:

I think I'm with Puddingdale on this one. As she stated, it could be that there are different ways of viewing fandom or being fans. Personally, if I'm attracted to someone, I'm attracted to them, whether gay, straight, bi-, tri-, metro-, retro-, uber-, or anti-sexual. It's whatever they've got going on - charisma, looks, talent - that gets me.

I'd say that three of the five fandoms I am in have nothing to do with sexual attraction, because I don't find the artists attractive, but I love, love, love their work. I take part in fandom more for the friendship and interaction than the fantasy.

Mrs.Doyle'sCat mentioned the late, great Freddie M. He and Queen have a huge fandom. So does Morrissey, former lead singer of the Smiths. One openly gay, one of questionable sexuality. (Adore them both.) Also Alan Cumming, George Michael, Neil Tennant, and there's something so appealing about Stephen Fry, too. Not to mention John Barrowman of Torchwood. Talk about a massive fandom, that guy's way popular, and mostly with women. What a cutie!

MrsDoylesCat

1/19/07 at 05:28 PM

Comments:I agree Pudd, I adored Freddie Mercury and have always been a huge fan of Elton John so I don't think I have any trouble with being in a straight/gay "fandom" or not.

Puddingdale

1/19/07 at 02:52 PM

Comments:

Well, I don't agree with Nahima. As I said before: It would not make a difference to me if AR was gay. He would still be as talented and attractive. And I would still collect all his movies.

And the distinction between fans and fandom: What about Elton John e.g.? Not particularly attractive plus gay - but still I would say he has a fandom, right?

But I guess we simply have different opinions here and maybe our ways of being fans are different too. Variatio delectat!

Hikity

1/19/07 at 02:38 PM

Comments:

What are thousand miles apart, dear Alfan?? Hmmm, when exactly was your wedding day?????

Alfan

1/19/07 at 11:57 AM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:

SNOW CAKE SPOILER

Ahh, thats what i was thinking too because he had a problem hitting the driver that killed Vivian so i doubt it that he could hit anyone now. Thanks , great minds think alike, even thousand miles apart.......

Hikity

1/19/07 at 11:43 AM

Comments:

Nahima, exactly - no more words necessary imo, thank you - this is how I feel

Hikity

1/19/07 at 11:38 AM

Comments:

Alfan, sweetie, this was the funny part of it that Clyde thinks it's worse to hit a cop than to kill someone imo: Alex killed the drunk driver who killed his son and hit the cop who presumably arrested him then)

I assume that the whole thingy around Alex's son happened in England - surely it was not Clyde he hit - the latter is only terribly jealous (how right he is, hmmm, huhu)

Alfan

1/19/07 at 11:17 AM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:

SPOILER ALERT FOR SNOWCAKE

Hikity, actually i knew that he went to prison for hitting the guy who killed his son but was that the cop he punched that Clyde and Maggie talk about?

(Maggie in the end when he is saying goodbye says that Clyde is just upset because he hit a cop), this is probably not a deleted scene but i think that it was the guy who killed his son, the drunk driver was a cop.

I absolutly loved the movie by the way, i love it.

Nahima

1/19/07 at 10:59 AM

Comments:That's the one, Nicketynick, thanks!

Of course Hikity (Hi there!), I believe 'Lawrence of Arabia' was his first big work, at least the one that put him in the eye of the public here in America. José Ferrer had a role in that one too, he was the first puerto rican actor that won an 'Oscar' ever.

Regarding the gay thingy, just to add my two cents...

IMHO, this is a complex issue in which is hard to tell things as simple as 'black' or 'white'. Each person is unique and has its own background/environment (cultural, religious, social, even political) that influences greatly on any decision taken. We, as a society, may declare our openmindness in many topics but, related with the sexual area, we are still in diapers. Surely, this may vary from country to country, I am talking only from what I know of my part of the world. Here are pubs for gays and pubs for 'general public', you can enter any of them at your own choice but I still wonder what is the need of such distinction. And undoubtedly, gay people are the target of many jokes, offensive remarks and discrimination, even by the so-called openminded, it would be hypocrital to deny it. In many, many films the gay character is used as the laughing resource within the plot. And talking about films, look at Rupert Everett, a fine good looking man and a good actor too, as far as I can recall he had played mostly gay characters. Except for 'An ideal husband' and for 'Princess Daisy', the rest of his known roles have been gay characters and I hardly believe this is due to his own choice.

Does the sexual orientation of an actor influence/affect its fandom or lack of? Yes, I think so. And in this I have to clarify that for me there's a difference between 'fans' and 'fandom'. Every artist has its own fans, as a saying states, there's always a hammer for every nail, but just a few have a 'fandom' = legions of relentless fans all over the world (I used 'relentless' because remembered we were called like that some time ago, by some 'Beanies'. Or were the 'Bloomies'?)

For example, I like Rupert Everett's acting, also Sir Ian McKellen's, but they do not attract me as much as Alan Rickman (actually, none other actor does) and, as excellent as AR is, those others are good too. Then why? Well, I've pondered this and, to be totally honest, it is related with the straight/gay difference. One may say that it's clear and fully accepted there won't ever be the slightest chance of having a chance with the OooA (sorry for the 'chance' repetition, do not know how to say this other way), but to believe him straight is essential to our fandom. (Be clear that I'm not saying he is gay, it's just an example to express my opinion.) Once again, one may be a fan of somebody, but to be part of a fandom requires *something* else and it is related with the sexual attraction and the *possibilities*. It'll be difficult for a woman to have *possibilities* concerning a gay man, he may capture one's attention for awhile but won't last because even the most creative mind has its limits.

Sorry one more time, I can't manage to write short.

Jéssika

1/19/07 at 09:13 AM

What is your location? Brasil

Comments:

Thanks for all those responded me.

I WAS aware of rumors, you can hardly say ONE Alan fan website that I'm not aware of, a film, a character, and I dare to say an old photo.

It's different when someone is a friend, come back from England and "affirms" such a thing.

I just would like to check out with european friends from here.

And YES, he has really no reason to hide (if he were) that he's gay.

And if that were true I wouldn't mind, I'd just be very upset 'cause it'd be a hell of a "lost" to women worldwide.

Hikity

1/19/07 at 04:15 AM

Comments:

No, Alfan, luv, he "killed" the guy who killed his son and had to go to prison. After having served his sentence he believes he should fly over to Canada to meet his former lover, his son's mother. This constitutes the previous history which is - of course - intertwined with the main story

@Peter O'Toole: well, you all forgot the most intriguing of all his films: Laurence of Arabia - although it is many many years later that we lived in Khartoum - the surroundings and the people looked the same - I love this film to pieces

and then the wonderful, hilarious How to steal a million with the wonderful Audrey Hepburn...

Alfan

1/19/07 at 02:06 AM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:

Ok, for those of you who have seen Snow Cake, i have a question. For those of you who did not see it then,there is going to be a spoiler so dont look if you dont want to know something.

SPOILER ALERT FOR THE SYNOPSIS OF SNOW CAKE

When Clyde (the RCMP officer) tells Maggie that Alex he just got out of prison, killed someone and that he hit a cop,,,,,,when did that happen. Was it in the past when he first went to jail or is it in this movie and is one of the deleted scenes. ( there is a couple missing scenes that i recall, the hottub scene and the McDonalds scene, along with the Clyde telling Alex to get out of town scene), did it happen then? Does anyone know, its not killing me or anything but just curious.

SnoKat

1/18/07 at 10:04 PM

Comments:

I can't say that I don't care if Alan is gay. Personally I would cry into my pillow if it were discovered that he really were!!! But that's just me. I really don't think he is. Mostly because it is such a non-issue for performers to come out any more. Being gay isn't much of a hinderance in the acting world, I can't see any reason why he would hide it. And knowing his political and moral views (well, just what I've read), I have a hard time believing he would even bother to hide it if he was. Nah, not gay. Just British!

Nicketynick

1/18/07 at 09:16 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hello E.F.!

Allow me the plaesure of

a drink.

Yes my Dear, the speculation of our

favorite actors' lives can be just insane.

But Peter O'Toole. Hhhmmmm. He's a much

older man, but he's still has that charm. And

if only I were born earlier! Wow! However, what

I find attractive is something more than age.

Anyroad, just look at our dear Alan! He's 60 yrs old

and still sexy as hell! Age isn't what it used to be.

E.F.

1/18/07 at 08:38 PM

Comments:

Count me in as an admirer of Peter O'Toole. He was absolutely brilliant in "Casanova," as was David Tennant (current Dr. Who). And, though it's cheesy, I love "Goodbye Mr. Chips." Used to watch that with my mom when I was growing up.

On the question of a certain bloke's romantic preference(s), I always find it odd that people want to speculate or why it matters. Curiosity about if he's involved with someone, I get that. We were all new fans once upon a time, it comes up. What I find even more bizarre is that some folks seem to threaten to go off him when the possibility of him being gay is even mentioned, as if they somehow had a chance?

I can't see him hiding something like that anyway.

Nicketynick

1/18/07 at 07:48 PM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hello Nahima-

I believe the movie you were

talking about is "What's New Pussycat".

Peter Sellers is another of my favorites!

That man could almost anything. I'm sad

to say, I've never seen the movie that was made

about him: "The Life and Death of Peter Sellers" .

From what I understand, it's great.

I suppose I'll find out soon enough.

Another good one is "Muder By Death".

Peter Sellers, Maggie Smith, and Truman Capote!

Hilarious!

Nahima

1/18/07 at 07:36 PM

Comments:Hey, count me in at the Peter O'Toole's club! Is it not amazing how much alike are our preferences/tastes?

I remember him firstly from 'Massada', watched it on a tv channel long time ago, it's a film about the war between romans and jewish that lead to a mass suicide of the fortress' defenders when it was clear the romans were going to conquer the place. That was an excellent film, there was a latin american actress in it named Barbara Carrera (from Nicaragua?).

After that I was so impressed with the guy that search for other works of him. I've watched him in many films, at random order because can't remember the time sequence, such as: 'The lion in winter' with Katherine Hepburn, 'The night of the Generals' with Omar Shariff, '*something* Pussycat' with Peter Sellers and Woody Allen (this is an insane comedy and he was absolutely gorgeous in it) and many others. The last work of his I've seen is 'Troy'. He is such a wonderful actor!

Btw, I would have loved to see him as Dumbledore. I agree with you Alfan, Peter O'Toole would have performed the character showing more of the human qualities/emotions in it and not only as a figure of authority.

Sue, you broke the bloody ship one more time! (Next door)

Chris, I'm with you in everything except the kidney bet thing. I won't take such a risk... you never know! Hey, and what about Jack Nicholson? He even played a werewolf once... (You: "What kind of proof is this, Nahima?" Me: "Eeer...hmm...weeell... have to interrogate the fleas.")

Nicketynick

1/18/07 at 06:44 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Quite right Carolyn-

I've heard them for some time,

but I always disregard it .

It's ridiculous.

Carolyn

1/18/07 at 06:11 PM

What is your location? New York

Comments:

These crazy rumors have been going around for years! I'm surprised that there are still Alan fans who aren't aware of them!

Nicketynick

1/18/07 at 06:10 PM

What is your location? ga

Comments:

I read somewhere on the net, sorry can't

remember where exactly, that Peter O'Toole

was one of the original choices to replace his

long-time friend Richard Harris as Dumbledore.

Wouldn't that have been amazing?! Not that

Michael Gambon isn't great, he was a very good choice.

But Peter is a different ball game all together.

His purpose of being on Charlie Rose today was to

promote "Venus". Which isn't in the States, but I've

read that there maybe a possible Oscar nomination.

I've seen the trailer, and it looks absolutely charming.

I can't wait! The man is 75 yrs old, and still cute as a button!

MrsDoylesCat

1/18/07 at 05:30 PM

Comments:

Quote:

Though i could bet one of my kidneys on it.

Well Chris I only have one kidney but where Bruce is concerned I'd bet on it too!!

MrsDoylesCat

1/18/07 at 04:33 PM

Comments:Talking of Peter O'Toole, has anyone seen Venus yet?? I have loved him for years. I am sure I saw him once when I was in my teens. I was walking down Bond Street passed an outdoor bar/cafe (which were very rare in those days) and this guy in a dark suit was sitting outside with shades and smoking a cig in a holder. As I walked passed he just looked over his glasses as I passed and I am sure it was him!LOL

Chris

1/18/07 at 04:23 PM

Comments:There are three men I could NEVER, under any circumstances, picture as being gay and they are : Sean Connery. Bruce Springsteen. Alan Rickman. But then, everybody's gay or bi these days so maybe I'm in for a surprise. Though i could bet one of my kidneys on it.

Alfan

1/18/07 at 03:16 PM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:

Peter O Toole,,,,,,,the man who should of been Dumbledore.........( Only an opinion ). In Troy when he comes to Achillies to get the body of his son Hector back the way he speaks, the look in his eyes, the tenderness,,,,reminds me of the way DD is and should be.

Oh, Pudd, Nicke and Hikity , I second that on the is Alan gay thing,,,,,,well actually I gues thats more like i third that on the Alan is gay thing.I love him no matter what he is or what he wears ( ok, i do question the fish/safety pin shirt) but thats it, well there is that wrinkled tan suit jacket he wears too , but really thats it. oh wait and i forgot about the pink and blue shirt he wore once, but thats definitly it. hee hee. just kidding guys,

Nicketynick

1/18/07 at 02:48 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Pudd-

This subject of Alan being gay:

Who gives a damn? I mean really.

I'd love him just the same. And it's

known that many of Alan's friends and

aquaintances are openly gay. So, even

if he was, I'm almost positive he'd be open about it.

This seems to be a big topic for Kevin Spacey as well.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but Kevin said he likes to keep

everyone guessing. That way his characters are more believable.

Makes sense to me. Anywho- gay or not, we all love Alan.

And in some cases *cough* LUST after him.

Hell, I'd watch him brush his teeth. BTW- I just saw

Peter O'Toole this morning on Charlie Rose!

Absolutely love him! That's what I call a pair of Blue Eyes!

Puddingdale

1/18/07 at 01:25 PM

Comments:

Don't ask me how. Have to be on the train at 5:30 almost every morning. Basically, I am too tired to think about the time then. I just get up grumpily and when I realize I can hardly keep my eyes open, I am already close to where I work *lol*

Fortunately, it will be Friday tomorrow. *yawn*

You will manage Hikity.

Hikity

1/18/07 at 12:48 PM

Comments:

Pudd, of course You are you like men, don't you?

This topic comes up on a regular basis, gähn, I am with you, Pudd

The count-down has started. How do I manage to get up early in the morning from the 1st of February onwards? Good grief - haven't done that for 10 years (flexible time in my company). Any helpful suggestions?

Puddingdale

1/18/07 at 12:35 PM

Comments:

Now, about the clearly off topic gay question from next door...

Just a little thought for those who spread rumours:

If Alan was gay, why should he hide it? He is quite a political character, he surely would fight for gay rights, etc. No reason for him to stay in the closet. Some might think he would fear to lose his huge amount of female fans. But honestly, I think AR couldn't care less, if he was gay.

Next thought:

I couldn't care less about AR's preferences either. Whose business would that be anyway but Rima's? And she surely would not agree to be a fake partner. So, he is not gay - just a bit effeminate at times *lol*

Gosh, give the poor man and his sex life a rest

And to quote Nicky the puppet from Avenue Q (naughty musical, I told you Nicketynick):

IF YOU WERE GAYTHAT'D BE OKAY.I MEAN 'CAUSE, HEY,I'D LIKE YOU ANYWAY.BECAUSE YOU SEE,IF IT WERE ME,I WOULD FEEL FREETO SAY THAT I WAS GAY(BUT I'M NOT GAY.)

Chris

1/18/07 at 12:00 PM

Comments:My kinda girl!

Nicketynick

1/17/07 at 08:03 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

And you people think I'M bad?

Hikity_ remember, age dosen't

always matter. My last companion

was 30yrs older than me.

I guess that explains alot. LOL

Hikity

1/17/07 at 04:38 AM

Comments:

Well, Nicky, a carpenter's research I believe

That lovely professor of mine is 10 years younger - yeah, I know this is not a good point considering research topics

and the one with Alan's voice is a beanstalk - I might hurt myself

*bad Hikity* I stop that nonsense immediately

Nicketynick

1/16/07 at 05:47 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Chris-

What kind of research is that exactly?

Chris

1/16/07 at 03:05 PM

Comments:Oh thanks, Hikity but at the rate we're going here, we'll be sunbathing by February. The weather is unusually warm for this time of year. Not that I'm complaining or anything, just makes me wonder how summer will be like. Wasn't able to check the board these past few days, exams are knocking at my door and given the fact that I've been somewhat lazy this semester, I have a lot to catch up on. Glad to see you're having fun with Teh Trailer, I know I did...several times actually. *major cough fit*

Oh honestly Hikity, you've never thought about obtaining a good grade that way? Not even with that lovely professor of yours you we're telling us about? Boy, I have to admit, I have thought about my Anthropology teacher's desk once or twice....Ok, better make that every time I see him. Wonder if it's comfy. The desk, I mean. Research purposes. Yeah.

Carolyn

1/16/07 at 01:31 PM

What is your location? new York

Comments:

Hikity, the girl "on the desk" is an actress Lindy Booth from Canada (27yrs.old). Her character's name is Beth in the movie. Jeesh! How did she get that job?

Peekabooh

1/16/07 at 08:42 AM

Comments:Hikity, my point exactly.

Hopefully we will be enjoying very fine weather soon...

Nicketynick

1/16/07 at 08:41 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hikity-

So, are all of your good academic scores

based on your own merit? LOL *snort*

It makes me wonder what lies ahead when

I go back to school!

To quote Rodney Dangerfeild:" I like dating teachers.

If you do something wrong, they make you do it over

again."

Hikity

1/16/07 at 08:29 AM

Comments:

Well, Peek, may I remind you our dear Colonel is very generous in sending pianos through the south of England

Just came across these smilies for Chris and me:

Hikity

1/16/07 at 08:24 AM

Comments:

Hmm, Nicky, I haven't considered this during the last 5 years at the university, damn

Nicketynick

1/16/07 at 08:00 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hey there Hikity-

I assumed it was a student

because of his comment,* in between the grunts and moans* "Are you f***ing me for a good grade"

So given that, I believe it's a student.

Strange, I know, but hey, Alan didn't write the script.

There's alot of speculation about it, but it stil looks

a funny flick.

Yes, I admit to being somewhat naughty.

But in my defense, I'll have to blame it on my

zodiac sign:

Hikity

1/16/07 at 05:03 AM

Comments:

Nicky, a student?? She doesn't look that young, does she? I have to watch it again

BTW, you are a naughty girl, tse, tse, tse

Peekabooh

1/14/07 at 12:55 PM

Comments:Chalebh, you´re welcome! Ah the dear Colonel and the Piano, what a fascinating combination.

Nicketynick

1/13/07 at 08:40 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Alfan-

RedTango is going to have MAJOR

fun with this one. It's inevitable.

I'm so glad she kept the site going.

I recall when she was going to call

the whole thing quits. I'm happy she

stuck around. Think i'll pop over there

and see if anything new is happening.

jl8k98lV3R

1/13/07 at 02:58 AM

What is your location? jl8k98lV3R

What is the URL of your HomePage? (include "http://") jl8k98lV3R

Comments:Hi! Very nice site! Thanks you very much! nEsTsmq2oR4Go8

Alfan

1/13/07 at 12:37 AM

What is your location? Canada

Comments:I think Red Tango will have fun with this one.....?

Nicketynick

1/12/07 at 05:01 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

I told you! Wasn't it fabulous?

Did you go "eeek" or what?

I've avoided saying anything about it,

in case there were some tender ears,

but the scene in the car when he "lets rip".

I couldn't believe it!!! I was on the floor!

Too funny!

luvinthunder

1/12/07 at 04:45 PM

Comments:

Nicketynick...OMFG...you were SO right about having to hear it! That is a student of his on the desk huh? My goodness gracious!

I am going to the movies either tonight or tomorrow afternoon to see Perfume. Can this get any better????

Well, I guess I will just have to go straight home and watch it after work. 3 1/2 hours to go....agggg

Nicketynick

1/12/07 at 12:10 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Well, for that particular moment,

the sound is good. yes, it has a narrative

voice and all that, but you also get to hear some

real dialogue. But I have such a pervy mind,

those are the moments that stick out the most to me.

I'm famous for the destruction of countless rewind

buttons!

luvinthunder

1/12/07 at 11:45 AM

Comments:

OH...is it that good with the sound? Normally it is a musical overscore or narrator during the previews. I assume it is not???

I went over to the IMDb site for Nobel Son and it could be a Lindy Booth. Plays Beth in the movie. WAIT...SHE IS 5 YEARS YOUNGER THEN ME!!!!! So UNFAIR!!!!!

Nicketynick

1/12/07 at 11:37 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Oh God! Wait until you see it with sound!

I'm not sure who the actress is, I couldn't

get a good look. I was curious about that myself.

But not enough to care because that should be my face there

anyway! *snicker,snort*

(I can't help it)

I'm terrible, I know. But that's part of my charm, right?

Whoohhh....(Fanning myself)

Goodness Gracious Me!

luvinthunder

1/12/07 at 11:28 AM

Comments:

I am with you Nicketynick!!!!! I can't hear the clip but I can see it. Can't wait to get home for the full version. Who is that actress anyway?

Nicketynick

1/12/07 at 09:53 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Alright my beloved droogs-

In regards to next door-

Big Time THUD!!!!!!!

I don't care who says what,

but I can truly admit to wanting

to be that girl on the desk.

That's it, I said it. Done. At least I had the

guts to get it out there. But also, it looks

hilarious. I'm on pins and needles for this one .

Nicketynick

1/12/07 at 06:34 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Love it.

Hikity

1/12/07 at 04:52 AM

Comments:

Huuu, Chalebh

Chalebh

1/12/07 at 02:17 AM

Comments:

Peek: Thanks for your Christmas Card. I still have it on display on my piano.

Btw. I read this joke on another board and I could resist posting it here:

There was this couple that had been married for 20 years.Every time they made love the husband always insisted onshutting off the lights. Well, after 20 years the wife felt thiswas ridiculous. She figured she would break him of this crazyhabit.

So one night, while they were in the middle of a wild,screaming, romantic session, she turned on the lights. Shelooked down... and saw her husband was holding abattery-operated pleasure device... a vibrator! Soft,wonderful and larger than a "real one."

She went completely ballistic.

"You impotent bastard," she screamed at him, "How couldyou be lying to me all of these years? You better explain yourself!"

The husband looks her straight in the eyes and says calmly:"I'll explain the toy... and you explain the kids!"

------------

Have a nice day!

Chalebh

Puddingdale

1/11/07 at 04:46 PM

Comments:

Well, Hikity, do not despair. Is teaching what you really want to do? Then go for it, no matter what.

Or move to another Bundesland. Or teach in London at the German school Or consider a career as an actress when teaching is as disrespectable a job now anyway. The chances to get into a movie with AR might be low though. Hmmm. What am I talking about???????

Hikity

1/11/07 at 12:39 PM

Comments:

You are right, Pudd, dark corners in London might be tempting for some people but not for me either . BTW, I didn't fly over cz it was far too expensive - don't know why though. Alone our hotel was three times the price of September, häääää??

Pudd, I just got a phone call from a woman who finished her 2nd examen in Nov...what she told me about the 2 years and the prospects for her now although she finished with 1.1 is verrra depressin' notwithstanding the recently changed payment for teachers who won't become civil servants (new law, too: up to 34 only in NRW). I MUST be crazy Don't want to think of it, have to now

Puddingdale

1/11/07 at 08:56 AM

Comments:

Well, Hikity, I could have made it to the end of the show. But as people claimed the area was not the nicest to be at night and I had no idea whether I could get in without a ticket, I decided against going there. Imagining myself waiting in a Jack the Ripper-like area to merely see AR rushing by or not at all was not too tempting.

My, am I reasonable or not? Well, maybe I could have sat in the lobby with AR waiting for the film to end But the trip from Hertford to London and back would have cost me 13 pounds - naaaaah. Next time AR better plan his Q&A's according to MY schedule. *lol*

Nicketynick

1/11/07 at 06:53 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hikity-

I seriously doubt anyone will thud over me,

but thanks for the vote of confidence.

Funny you should mention it though, because

when I was in Ireland about 7 yrs. ago, I got a very

tempting marriage proposal! However I was with my

"signifigant other" at the time, which proved to be

most inconvenient. Don't think I wasn't tempted though!

A big strappin' Irish boy vs. the Jerk. Boy, did I make a mistake!

LOL Hey, we live and learn......

Hikity

1/11/07 at 05:47 AM

Comments:

What?? A drawl, Nicky? Mos def red-heads all over Britain (there are loads in Scotland, lol) will thud when you come

Pudd, poor girl, and you couldn't even make it to the end of the show?? Well, that's life -thanks for the address, next time I am going to join one of the tours for sure

They are great! The best guides ever - people who really know there stuff: authors, actors, etc. Famous, but many people never get to know them. Shame! You should try it.

Yeah, I was in Paddington (but for the first time looking at bananas and stuff, had never trodden the paths of the panda before). And I only arrived on the 3rd, so I would not have managed to get to the Q&A on time. And who wants to meet AR anyway? There were enough gals keeping him from his Magnum already. And what could I tell him that he has not already been told a million times? Bah, humbug! Well, I survived the misfortune of having booked my trip to England one day too late. Any more questions?

Hikity

1/10/07 at 03:29 PM

Comments:

Nicky, do you remember that red-headed guy in Love Actually, who goes off to the States, hihi, you do it the other way round??

May be I come too - I'll know more about my holidays beginning of February

Pudd, what is this: Original London Walk -never heard of it before - shame on me. Is there an internet address and how/where to book it? You were in London 2 days ago??? And again in Paddington watching bananas? Were you there on the 3rd as well?

On another note - 1st schoolday is February 5 - OMG, cross your fingers for me that it won't be my last day

Nicketynick

1/10/07 at 01:57 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Thanks Pudd-

Sounds like a blast to me! I'll be on my own

quite a bit, so those walks are a good idea!

I'll just swan into whatever pub draws me that

way. Hopefully with a 6ft tall, thick-built British

cutie sitting at the end of the bar just dying to

buy me a pint.

Puddingdale

1/10/07 at 01:40 PM

Comments:

Oh, and they do pub walks, too. There they show you the really good pubs with a history (no, nothing pretentious).

Puddingdale

1/10/07 at 01:38 PM

Comments:

Hmm, not really, as I rarely keep in mind the location of pubs I come across. But if you want to see a show and REALLY have a lot of fun, go and see "Avenue Q" at the Noel Coward Theatre near Leicester Square. And go on an Original London Walk - I have done most of them and was never disappointed. They let you in on all the secret stuff a tourist would pass by. By the way, they now have a Harry Potter walk on Sundays with a really insane guide who gets more and more entertaining throughout the evening - his name is Alan (the chairman of the Oscar Wilde Society, not our man).

Have fun whatever you do!!!

Nicketynick

1/10/07 at 12:56 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hey Pudd-

Any other places you can recommend?

I figure I've got 7 nights, one of which will

be reserved for Surrey, (where my friend lives).

I definately want to check out the Electric Cinema.

In truth, I hate having to dress-up for going out.

Well, unless it's REALLY worth it. So, I like to keep it

casual. Nothing pretentious. I love a good cozy pub.

I'm not sure how reliable online reviews are.

Puddingdale

1/10/07 at 12:25 PM

Comments:

Take care, Nicky! I roamed those streets only a couple of days ago and oh, they are maaaaaaaad. But I survived, so you will as well. Bloody French Canteen? Damn, and I concentrated on the Tiroler Hut

Anyway, two years ago I saw Sweeney Todd in London. Now, finally (guess the reason) I took my last pennies out of the piggy bank and bought the CDs. Man, are you aware how difficult the Judge's songs are? Singing- and acting-wise?

SPOILERS AHEAD

I am thinking of "Johanna" especially, when he watches the young girl secretly and gets all - erm - attracted *cough*. It will be interesting to hear how AR delivers that. I think his voice is great for the judge, but it will be hard for a non-singer to convince the many fans of Sweeney Todd out there. Well, it seems they are already angry about Depp

Nicketynick

1/10/07 at 08:05 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hikity-

Well, it will be a tough job,

but I think can manage.

Don't worry, I won't let you down.

I'll brave the mad crazy streets of

Westbourne Grove and make sure I live to

tell the tale!

Hikity

1/10/07 at 04:07 AM

Comments:

Now, Nicky, you more or less "have" to go in these restaurants and then tell us about food and people

Nicketynick

1/09/07 at 07:32 PM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hikity-

Aha, that sounds interesting........

Mulberry Street, hhmm. Never heard of it.

Hikity

1/09/07 at 06:34 PM

Comments:

And a secret tip:

New Restaurants

A new place called The Bloody French canteen has opened at 147 Westbourne Grove. Another place called Mulberry Street, an upmarket American chain, is also due to open on Westbourne Grove.

pffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffffff

Hikity

1/09/07 at 06:32 PM

Comments:

Nicky, attention:

Filming in Westbourne Terrace

A heist film called "Baker Street" will be filming this week in W2, supposedly starring Saffron Burrows and Jason Statham

Comments:Hi all-been away for a couple of days and am now just catching up on stuff over there and on the main page.First, welcome back Dee-glad to see you again.Hikity, I love your Christmas Tree and the train set-what a beautiful Christmas setting. I am sure you had a wonderful holiday. After reading the reviews from the others, I have to find a listing for Perfume and see it NOW! (well, maybe not right now-but at least next week!!!)off to search-hope your hangover is okay now Nickety and Chris.. -take care-see you all soonl

Dee

1/07/07 at 08:42 PM

Comments:OT - It's been a long time since I posted. I wasn't sure if everyone here checks the main board, so I wanted to reprint this here.

When I took my first trip to London in April (waving to Hikity and Susan!) many of the UK folks here gave me wonderful advice. I'm planning to go back to London this spring -- this time with hubby! -- and want to see some of the UK coastline too. Is anyone willing to share some great (non-tourist) coastal places to visit? Please feel free to drop me an email!

CatsPlay

1/07/07 at 06:17 PM

Comments:

You're welcome Hikity. I just saw that the image you used was the 'thumbnail' version on Photobucket, which is always prefixed with the 'th_', so I was easily able to devise a link with the proper full photo.

Internet courses? ROFL! I have no time, so sorry!! My business keeps me busy.

We put trains under Christmas trees here, too, Hikity!

Nicketynick

1/07/07 at 05:35 PM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Alright campers-

I'm breaking down with

a smoke and a pint.

I'll get back on track this week.

It has been raining nonstop since

5:00 this morning, and I'm trying to find

an Alan movie to curl up with.

I'm think S&S.

Any suggestions?

Hikity

1/07/07 at 02:49 PM

Comments:

Good grief, Nicky and Chris, I'd like to apologize for all the spelling mistakes I just discovered in the previous post - have to be more careful while typing

Alfan, Lex is a real sweetheart! congrats to your early wedding present

Has anyone of you ladies been reading Diana Gabaldon's monstrous 6 volumes of Claire and Jamie? What do you think of this story?

Hikity

1/07/07 at 02:39 PM

Comments:

CatsPlay - you are fantastic. How did you manage that?

Here comes a serious suggestion: why don't you offer internet courses on a regularly basis? You are so skilled, it's incredible. If I have a problem you always solve it! And your Lj speaks for you anyway . Thanks for your help again!

Our tree looks much better in real life..much more glittering I'd say. Hubby and Tanja had the idea of putting a small part of Tanja's railroad train under the tree this year - this is a very old tradition, hihi.

Anyone an idea why the pic doesn't come out bigger when clicking on it???

Hikity

1/06/07 at 02:53 PM

What is your location? dark and warm, unusally warm for the season

Comments:

Hey Nicki, what do are you telling us? That yu wanna stop smoking or wanna stop to smoke ? I have been smoking for ages - is there a chance to stop it then tell me...

About that weird lj-comment: we all have known our Man for such a long time that we can be 100% sure he never would go for any face-lifting...what a rubbish!

BTW, I luv him, especially when it comes to his nose, thud

Chris, Nicki, hangovers? Drink a good wine (life is to short to dring bad wine, ) and you won't experience any hangovers anymore - promise

I still have my X-mas tree in full decoration - the 6th of January is an important day too, didn't you know..I am going to light the candles now, huhuhuhu

NO SNOW VERY WARM HERE....

Nicketynick

1/04/07 at 02:01 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Having a nicotine fit.

Don't know if I'm gonna make it.

Chris

1/04/07 at 10:32 AM

Comments:Tehehe, funny you should mention it, Nicky, I was just reading this LJ this morning. Good luck with it!

Nicketynick

1/04/07 at 08:57 AM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hey kids-

The yummy stuff next door is

just too much!

Just thought I'd throw in a little

something off topic:

For anyone who may like them as much I as

I do, The Police are talking about a reunion tour

for 2007 ! Ah, a visit to the good old days!

Always loved them.

Alright my beloved droogs, Nicky needs a bit of

encouragement today. I'm making an attempt to

put down the ciggarrettes. This is NOT going to be

fun. I'm on my 2nd pot of coffee. Cross your fingers!

Chris

1/04/07 at 04:19 AM

Comments:Pam, thanks for the heads-up on that site, it's a great place and I've known it since Jan was first working on it but I've lost the link repeatedly and couldn't remember its name. Nicky- So happy Perfume's getting released there. And the Irish pub is just the cherry on top! Oh and what was the picture you were referring to? The one that's currently on my desktop so that i can drool over it anytime I feel like it? Heh. Yeap. That's a great shot. Carolyn, I know, I couldn't picture him as Langdon either although, like you I had absolutely no idea who would have been better. I somehow thought Gary Oldman resembled him a bit and I knew he could work out a great American accent but then I couldn't see Audrey Tatou as Sophie or Ian Mckellen as Sir Leigh Teabing either.

Pam

1/04/07 at 01:29 AM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:As you can see I am up LATE especially for a work night!! Yikes-Ill never get up in the morning. Wanted to share something neat with you guys. Just discovered a site called the Alan rickman works guestbook site. Some of the names I have seen here or over at Suzannes, Nahima, Jan, Elisa and they talk about funny stuff including HP etc.Take a peek. Over the weekend, Ill have to get back and check it out-those girls really party!!! G-night all

Nicketynick

1/03/07 at 10:13 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Just take a look at that

dishy pic next door!

Yowza!

So gorgeous I almost can't stand it!

Do I hear an Amen from The Congregation?!

Pam

1/03/07 at 09:30 PM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:Carolyn, thanks for the link. Pretty interesting..Makes you wonder, doesnt it??either way is okay with me.He is handsome no matter what

Nicketynick

1/03/07 at 09:19 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Hmm....

Carolyn

1/03/07 at 08:37 PM

What is your location? New York

Comments:

I'm putting this on the discussion board so that it's NOT discussed on the main page; and we honestly don't have to talk about it here either. (In fact, I'd prefer not to) However, that being said, I think we should all be aware of it:

http:community.livejournal.com/ohnotheydidnt/10140873.html

Carolyn

1/03/07 at 06:05 PM

What is your location? New York

Comments:

Chris, yes, the "Davinci Code" was directed by Ron Howard.

We watched it here last week (just like Pam). I, too, read the negative reviews. IMHO, generally, if someone hasn't read the book, they will enjoy the movie. My son & daughter really liked it. I did read the book and while I liked the movie, it didn't seem to translate the general "feel" of the book. Admittedly, the book was extremely long, and similar to the making of OOTP, alot of what was in the book was either glossed over or eliminated completely. Another point, and again, it's only my opinion, while I really love Tom Hanks as an actor, I just couldn't see him in this particular role (LOL...not that I have absolutely any clue who else could have done the role!)

Anyway, my overall feeling (for what it's not worth!) is that it's

worth seeing!

Nicketynick

1/03/07 at 01:28 PM

What is your location? Ga

Comments:

Hey Chris-

Oh,yes.........

I'm still feeling it.

Just can't hang in there like I used to.

However, I posted to Claudia next door

the good news! Perfume has made it to

GA! Grant you, it's not anywhere near me,

but I found a theater in a town not too far.

And they just happened to have a charming

little Irish pub near by............

what to do,what to do

Chris

1/03/07 at 12:45 PM

Comments:Really? I've only heard negative reviews concerning The DaVinci Code. Couldn't see it myself although I've been wanting to ever since its release. Huge Tom Hanks fan, me. Add a bit of Paul Bettany, Alfred Molina and Ian McKellen and you've got me hooked. I was curious about the directing too, who was it, Ron Howard? He good. Sadly I kept postponing it and never got to see it. I'll see if i can get my hands on the DVD though. Yeah, we should probably skip pubbing for a while, ha, Nicky?

luvinthunder

1/03/07 at 10:28 AM

What is your location? Indiana

Comments:

Pam, I LOVE The DaVinci Code too. Then again, I am a big Tom Hanks fan too. I really do like the plot though.

If only they could come up with a movie that starred Alan Rickman, Tom Hanks AND Harrison Ford, I would be in HEAVEN!!!

Pam

1/03/07 at 12:01 AM

What is your location? Massachusetts

Comments:Hi all-hope everyone has recovered from the holidays and New Years!It was a rather rainy day here on New Years so I took down the christmas tree/decorations and got them stored away. We then settled in to watch The Pirates of the Caribbean with johnny Depp (the second one-the sequel from last July) It was great and even better in my own home..The DaVinci Code which we watched over Christmas was excellent too. Maybe it was because I read the book first and had some insight as to the different characters, plot etc. It was also like Christmas today when I went to the church for my job. Someone had dropped off near a clothing bin some unwanted christmas gifts. (They only accept clothing in the bins, not toys, household etc.) Everything looked good so we took them in to bring for the spring yard sale. One of the items was a brand new Hamilton Beach Roaster/oven!!! I almost bought one before christmas..I will of course donate some money to the church. There was also a brand new cute little childs sled that looked like it had silver runners on it with the bucket style seat for the child to ride in-adorable. A wioman that runs a daycare bought that one!! You just never know what the day will bring sometimes!!I just have to put a few more decorations away around the house and that should be it. In January, I leave up my snowpeople. I collect the Mitford series of snowmen and have them on tables etc. They look so cute for the month of January which is usually quite cold and snowy. This year it has been warm and in the 40's and 50's-we know a blizzard is way past due though--Anyway-have a good one all and will check in again soon..

Nicketynick

1/02/07 at 04:29 PM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Ok kids-

The funk is almost gone, and the

aftermath of New Years is fading.

Hope everyone had a fun and safe one.

I think I'll pass on the pub tonight.

Have fun guys!

Nicketynick

1/01/07 at 10:28 AM

What is your location? GA

Comments:

Chris-

I heard that sister! I made my

post short so I didn't have slurs

in my message. LOL

Chris

1/01/07 at 10:12 AM

Comments:Urgh, party went well but I'll say only this. MAJOR hangover!! (if you'd only knew how long it took me to write this. I had to edit it about 8 times. Numbness alert, numbness alert!)